White River Project Manager

About Trout Unlimited

Trout Unlimited is a national conservation organization with a mission to conserve, protect, and restore North America's cold-water fisheries and their watersheds. From the beginning, Trout Unlimited has been guided by a principle grounded in science: if we take care of the fish, then the fishing will take care of itself. The organization has 300,000 members and supporters organized into over 400 chapters and councils nationwide. These dedicated grassroots volunteers are matched by a respected staff of organizers, lawyers, policy experts, and scientists, who work out of more than 40 offices across the country.

Position Summary

Trout Unlimited's Western Water and Habitat Program seeks a Project Manager to plan and implement on-the-ground projects that conserve and restore coldwater fisheries in the White River basin of northwest Colorado. Projects may include efforts to: remove fish passage obstacles, improve irrigation infrastructure, increase stream flows, restore instream and riparian habitat, and protect native and sport fishes from invasive species. The Project Manager will be based out of Meeker, Colorado and report to the Northwest Colorado Director. Continuation of the position beyond three years depends on the availability of funding.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Project Manager will work closely with private land owners, agency staff, and personnel from other non-profit organizations. Primary responsibilities will be to:

Develop relationships with landowners and agency staff

Plan and oversee projects

Raise funds, as necessary, to implement projects

Manage grant application and reporting requirements

Identify opportunities for stream flow improvement

Monitor project effectiveness.

Other responsibilities may include:

Working with agency staff and water providers to advocate for fish-friendly water management

Sitting on technical advisory committees

Completing other appropriate tasks as needed

Qualifications

Advanced degree in biology, ecology, hydrology, engineering, or another related field

Work experience and skills in aquatic ecology/biology

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Knowledge of irrigation systems and experience working with irrigators

Ability to secure grants and manage project budgets

Practical problem-solving skills and proven track record of attaining goals

Passion for the outdoors and Trout Unlimited's mission is essential, fly fishing is a plus

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter, CV, writing sample, and list of three professional references to Brian Hodge at bhodge@tu.org. Include the words "White River Project Manager" in the subject line. No phone calls, please. Applications will be accepted until 5:00pm MST on July 21, or until the position is filled.